Project Manager General Contractor Salary in the United States

How much does a Project Manager General Contractor make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager General Contractor in the United States is $114,493 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Project Manager General Contractor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,752
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,957 to $124,574
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,544
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Project Manager General Contractor Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $124,574 $10,381 $2,396 $60
Average $114,493 $9,541 $2,202 $55
25th Percentile $101,957 $8,496 $1,961 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager General Contractor Salaries

A Project Manager General Contractor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Manager General Contractor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager General Contractor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $74,350
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,929
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,751
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,140
  • Expert (over 8 years): $151,116
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Project Manager General Contractor$74,350
Project M... Level Project Manager General Contractor$92,929
Project M... Level Project Manager General Contractor$113,751
Project M... Level Project Manager General Contractor$128,140
Project M... Level Project Manager General Contractor$151,116
$74,350 0 yr
$92,929 < 2 yrs
$113,751 2-4 yrs
$128,140 5-8 yrs
$151,116 > 8 yrs
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How Do Project Manager General Contractor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Manager General Contractors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $126,767.
  • California: $126,286.
  • Massachusetts: $124,603.

Top Paying Cities for Project Manager General Contractors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $144,410
  • San Francisco: $142,990
  • Oakland: $139,819

What Skills Can Increase a Project Manager General Contractor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 20.54% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.27% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Project Management 20.54%
PowerPoint 1.27%
Quality Control 1.01%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Project Manager General Contractor's salary.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Scrum: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Project Delivery: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Agile
 $120,218
5%
Scrum
 $120,218
5%
Project Delivery
 $119,073
4%
Program Management
 $119,073
4%
Risk Management
 $117,928
3%
Change Management
 $117,928
3%
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How Education impacts a Project Manager General Contractor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Project Manager General Contractors enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Project Manager General Contractor with a Associate's Degree is between $108,444 and $115,598).

Project Manager General Contractor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Project Manager General Contractor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 5.7%
Associates 4.1%
Bachelors 42.2%
Masters 44.4%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Project Manager General Contractor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manager General Contractor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$101,957
Average $114,493/year
$124,574
$8,496
Average $9,541/month
$10,381
$1,961
Average $2,202/week
$2,396
$49
Average $55/hour
$60
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $124,574 $10,381 $2,396 $60
Average $114,493 $9,541 $2,202 $55
25th Percentile $101,957 $8,496 $1,961 $49

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Salary Trends for Project Manager General Contractor

Salaries for a Project Manager General Contractor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $100,805 in 2023 to around $99,934 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Manager General Contractor salary trends, .

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